Understudy Synonyms

ŭndər-stŭdē
An actor able to replace a regular performer when required
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. alternate
  2. substitute
  3. double
  4. backup
  5. standby
  6. stand-in
  7. replacement
Be an understudy or alternate for a role
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. alternate

Words Related to Understudy

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. understudy-for
  2. play-the-lead
  3. leading lady
  4. love-interest

Understudy Sentence Examples

  • I saw only one understudy on this evening and the cast were brilliant.

  • Understudy In amateur productions, there are no understudies.

  • Jackson C. Frank was the understudy for the role of jester on the sidelines in a cast.

  • His place was therefore taken by an amateur understudy who had to enter the arena from the stables on a white horse.

  • In the 1999-2000 campaign Wilson made just three appearances - playing understudy to Adam Sollitt.

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